1972 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |
