2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Town & Country | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
