1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (84 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1975 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
