1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 800 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
