2001 Lexus SC vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1970 mm |
