1980 Buick Electra vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 930 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | Fronte |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 785 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |