1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 545 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
