2006 Saturn Vue vs. 1981 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 1981 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | Vue | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
