2006 Renault Espace vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 32 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1365 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Espace | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Espace | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 30 L |
