1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 855 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fairlane | Fronte |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |