2000 Audi A4 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
