2004 Buick Century vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 30 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 1040 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
