2008 Suzuki Ignis vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Because 1981 Toyota Carina 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 1981 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Ignis | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Ignis | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 61 L |
