1980 Audi Sport vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 13 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), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 740 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 1993 GMC Typhoon 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. 1993 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Sport | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
