1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | A3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2578 mm |
