1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
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 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | A3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2578 mm |
