1984 Suzuki Alto vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Suzuki Alto | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Alto | R8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2649 mm |
