1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Audi 100 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | 100 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
