1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1963 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Cougar | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 6589 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2060 mm |
