1989 Audi V8 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 10 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, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 522 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | V8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
