2003 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2003 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
