1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 690 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
