1999 Honda City vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | City | Fronte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |