1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2060 mm |
