1996 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 615 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1996 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1982 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
