1968 Audi 100 vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 100 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3300 mm |
