1996 SsangYong Korando vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (79 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 980 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 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 SsangYong Korando | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2240 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
