1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Thunderbird | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
