1980 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 16 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 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1996 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, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| 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 | 106 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
