1981 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 26 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (93 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
