2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1171 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |
