1979 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Alto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Escort weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1979 Ford Escort (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Alto |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |