1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 925 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Caravan | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2020 mm |
