1971 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon, 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, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
