1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1971 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
