1984 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
