1979 Buick Century vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Buick Century 1975 Suzuki Fronte
Make Buick Suzuki
Model Century Fronte
Year Released 1979 1975
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Size 3214 cc 356 cc
Horse Power 104 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2020 mm