1978 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 200 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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1210 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
