1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1995 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Samurai |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |