1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1099 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fronte | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
