1993 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Ford Escort | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Equator |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |