1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 6 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 940 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Aspen | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
