1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 189 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
