1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2060 mm |
