2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
