2007 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
