2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2376 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Five Hundred | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
