1984 Ford Meteor vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Meteor and 2004 Suzuki Ignis are equipped with a 1,490 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Meteor. 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 (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Meteor | Ignis |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |