1985 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 90 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
