2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1962 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 Grand Caravan (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2060 mm |
