1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 995 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 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
