1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 148 kg more than 1970 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 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuttle | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
