2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2282 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Discovery | Fronte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |