1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | L 200 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2020 mm |
