1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 39 L |
