1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 28 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 157 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Sport | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
