1991 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1991 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1991 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Suzuki Samurai | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Samurai | A5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2751 mm |
