1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Audi Q5.
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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |
