1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Ford Capri (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
