2003 Audi A3 vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Audi A3.
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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
