1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 508 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
