2000 Seat Salsa vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 17 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. 2000 Seat Salsa 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. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Salsa | Fronte |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2160 mm |