1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 834 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 41 L |
