2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2040 mm |
