1983 Renault Siete vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 241 kg more than 1983 Renault Siete. 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 1983 Renault Siete. 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Siete | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Siete | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
