2000 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
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 SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
