1987 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
