1995 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 685 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, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
