1976 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 23 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), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 770 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki Fronte | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Fronte | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 30 L |
