1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Quattro | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
