1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Swift |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
