1972 Ford Torino vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 4 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1224 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Torino | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 66 L |
