2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1206 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
