1997 Buick Century vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1964 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2060 mm |
