2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Ridgeline | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
