1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, both 1973 GMC Suburban and 1973 Audi Fox were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Audi Fox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1973 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1973 Audi Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | Fox |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
