1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 816 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Spirit | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |
