1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1144 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 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2020 mm |
