1988 Buick Electra vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 815 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Electra | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2250 mm |
