1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |