1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 292 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Suzuki Liana 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, 2007 Suzuki Liana 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 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Liana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
