1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1015 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fronte | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 545 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
