2008 Opel Signum vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Signum | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
