1966 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 376 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Variant | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
