2006 Ford Escape vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
