1989 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1940 mm |
