1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Quattro | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
