2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1593 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Suzuki Fronte, 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 66 L |
