1988 Audi V8 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo

To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Audi V8.

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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Audi V8 2012 Tata Sumo
Make Audi Tata
Model V8 Sumo
Year Released 1988 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4258 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1726 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2425 mm


 

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