1991 Renault Espace vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 834 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 30 L |
