1994 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
