1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2060 mm |
