1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 456 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (91 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Thunderbird | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 56 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 66 L |
