1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1984 GMC Suburban

To start off, both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1984 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Coupe 1984 GMC Suburban
Make Audi GMC
Model Coupe Suburban
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 2244 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3300 mm


 

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