1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 583 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |
