1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 375 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 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | SX4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 45 L |