1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 38 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Reno |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |