2001 Suzuki Ignis vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 46 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Ignis | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Ignis | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
