1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Sport | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
