1980 Audi Sport vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Sport | Suburban |
Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3300 mm |