1979 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| 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 | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
