2004 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 31 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 973 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
