2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1981 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 26 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1981 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1981 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 1981 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | XL7 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
