1992 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo 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 62 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
