1988 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 613 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4501 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2639 mm |