2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 895 kg more than 1976 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Forester | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
