1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 489 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fronte | Parati |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2480 mm |
