2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1168 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 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
