1972 Audi Variant vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1623 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Variant | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3302 mm |
