1980 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 26 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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 34 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Capri 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 1980 Ford Capri. 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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 996 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
