1999 Renault Espace vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1974 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 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
