1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Comet | Fronte |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |