1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 898 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Esprit | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2020 mm |
