1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5.
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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Suburban | Q5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |