1979 Plymouth Volare vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Plymouth Volare | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Volare | Ignis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |