1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
