1996 Honda Today vs. 1981 Suzuki Fronte

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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 Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Fronte.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1981 Suzuki Fronte
Make Honda Suzuki
Model Today Fronte
Year Released 1996 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 543 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 555 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1400 mm


 

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