2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1930 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
