1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
