1996 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
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1996 Audi A4 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A4 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |