1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 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 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 634 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-7 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | RX-7 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |