1978 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Debonair | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
