1978 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | Ignis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |