1985 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
