1991 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Orion weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 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, 1991 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Orion | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
