1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 990 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondial | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 30 L |
