1976 Buick Estate vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 1965 Suzuki Fronte
Make Buick Suzuki
Model Estate Fronte
Year Released 1976 1965
Engine Size 5736 cc 785 cc
Horse Power 153 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2250 mm


 

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