1967 Audi Variant vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Variant | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |
