2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 753 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
