1980 Ford Laser vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 6 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser weights approximately 310 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, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2020 mm |
