1983 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 814 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2020 mm |
