1974 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 767 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Suzuki Fronte | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fronte | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
