1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 884 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
