1978 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1998 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
