1974 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Suzuki Fronte | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Fronte | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2470 mm |
