1990 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Sierra | Ignis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |