1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 29 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
