1984 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Escudo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
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, 1996 Suzuki Escudo (156 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Escudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 1996 Suzuki Escudo has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
