2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 989 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.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
