1970 Audi Variant vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | Variant | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
