1992 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
