1985 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2070 mm |
