1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Audi S5.
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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | S5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
