2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2770 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Excursion | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 66 L |
