1981 Audi UR vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 940 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | UR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3300 mm |
