1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 805 kg more than 1967 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 Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Sable | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
