1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 15 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 544 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Fronte | 440 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
