1975 Audi 50 vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1975 Audi 50 and 1975 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | 50 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |