2000 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A6 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |