1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3980 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 545 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
