1980 Audi Sport vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Sport | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
