2008 Audi S4 vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3300 mm |
