1989 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
