1979 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 27 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Liana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
