1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1415 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Astro | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
