1990 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 18 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
