1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
