1980 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1991 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1991 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Swift |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
