1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1590 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1970 mm |
