1968 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 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 X90 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 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | X90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
