1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi 80.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1972 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | 80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
