1989 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1974 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
