1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 35 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1144 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
| Model | Fronte | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2787 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2910 mm |
