1975 Audi 80 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 80 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
