2009 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 2009 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S4 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | S4 | Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |