1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 1982 Audi Coupe and 1982 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.

Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1982 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Audi Coupe 1982 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model Coupe Suburban
Year Released 1982 1982
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 4091 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 2230 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3300 mm


 

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