1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2250 mm |
