2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mariner | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
