1977 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 252 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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, 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1994 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
