2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1004 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 Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
