1999 Audi S8 vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | S8 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
