1993 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 8 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
