1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Suburban | TT |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2469 mm |