1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 162 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Ignis |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |