1978 Ford Capri vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 571 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Fronte |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 355 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |