1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 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 Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2020 mm |
