1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 978 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Cutlass | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
