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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 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 1295 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 (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 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 |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
