1984 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 21 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Vitara |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |