1974 Rover 3.5 vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Rover 3.5 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 1974 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Rover 3.5 | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 3.5 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
