1975 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Samurai |
Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |