1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 635 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 Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
