1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 826 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Rekord | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
