1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
