2009 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 486 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 30 L |
