1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Comet | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Comet | Fronte |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |