2008 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 799 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2160 mm |
