1992 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Swift |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
