1979 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1389 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 Pontiac Grand Safari (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | Fronte |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2020 mm |