1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1976 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 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJ | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
