1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 927 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
