2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1972 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1972 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Escalade | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
