1987 Ford Probe vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 770 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 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Probe | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2020 mm |
