1989 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 22 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 110 kg more than 2011 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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
