2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Allroad | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
