1991 Audi S2 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 595 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | S2 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
