2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 881 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Avantime | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
