1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 4000.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2550 mm |
