1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
