1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 715 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tempo | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tempo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2020 mm |
