2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 234 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.
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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | Q5 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 169 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |