2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1982 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1982 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1982 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1982 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Charger | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2160 mm |
