1984 Audi 90 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 940 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 90 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
