1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
