1972 Suzuki Fronte vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 930 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Suzuki Fronte | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | Fronte | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3030 mm |