2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 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 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
