1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
