1968 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 59 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Samurai |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |