1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 552 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
