1996 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A6 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1940 mm |