1993 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1993 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Baleno |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |