1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1060 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.

Because 1970 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Pontiac Bonneville 1970 Suzuki Fronte
Make Pontiac Suzuki
Model Bonneville Fronte
Year Released 1990 1970
Engine Size 3789 cc 354 cc
Horse Power 150 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 37 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 440 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 1970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 66 L


 

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