1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
