2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | RX-8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
