1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1965 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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Safrane | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
