1981 Audi UR vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1990 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. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | UR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3300 mm |
