2009 Ford Edge vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 33 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 486 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Edge | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
