2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Lucerne | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
