1976 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1060 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki Fronte | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Fronte | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
