1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 1992 Audi V8 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Suburban | V8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |