1985 Audi 200 vs. 1982 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 820 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1982 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. 1982 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1982 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2230 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 |
