2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1995 kg more than 1971 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 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Envoy | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
