1985 Audi 200 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
