2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Suzuki Fronte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
