2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 1017 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
