1977 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 1977 Audi 100 and 1977 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3300 mm |
