1977 Ford Granada vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
