1980 Ford Laser 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 Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
