1971 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Suzuki Fronte | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Fronte | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
