1981 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
