2005 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
