1990 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 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, 1999 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 80 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
