1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Daytona | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
