1980 Audi Sport vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1120 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 1994 Chevrolet 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. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sport | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3350 mm |
