2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1335 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.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Rainier | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
