1983 Opel Senator vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 775 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 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Senator | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
