2007 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
