1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 39 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 339 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Liana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
