1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1982 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 895 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1982 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1982 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1982 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Step Wagon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2160 mm |
