1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 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 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Trailrunner | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2020 mm |
