2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 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 A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3300 mm |
