1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2020 mm |
