1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
