1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2166 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Fronte | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 106 L |
