1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 1962 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1962 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 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Cougar | 1962 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2060 mm |
