1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 987 kg more than 1976 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 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuttle | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
