1976 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 460 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki Fronte | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fronte | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2480 mm |
