2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1115 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Vel Satis | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
