1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1920 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
