1984 Ford GT vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Ford GT is newer by 10 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 585 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |
