1985 Audi 90 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2330 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 |
