2009 Honda Element vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Element | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
