1991 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1940 mm |
