1972 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Escudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
