1986 Audi 80 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 7 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 80 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
