1975 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Suzuki Fronte | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Fronte | V50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
