1976 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki Fronte | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Fronte | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1952 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2410 mm |
