1992 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
