1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 29 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Ignis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1030 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 |