1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 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 (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2020 mm |
