1980 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
