1999 Honda Legend vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1983 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1983 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1983 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Legend | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2160 mm |
