1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Daytona | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
