2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1973 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 30 L |
