1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
