1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 924 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Mustang 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 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo, 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 1996 Suzuki Escudo has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
