1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 808 kg more than 1971 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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Shadow | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2020 mm |
