1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 855 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.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
