1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 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 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
