2008 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 882 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Fronte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |