1978 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 181 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
