1980 Audi 200 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 966 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 200. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1980 Audi 200 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:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3300 mm |
