1977 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 18 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
