1986 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1986 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2395 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 |
