1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 16 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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
