1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 785 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 Mercury Cougar (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Cougar | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
