1981 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 80 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
