2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 750 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Forester | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Fronte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 785 cc |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |