1979 Audi 100 vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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 1979 Audi 100. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1979 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1979 Audi 100 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:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 100 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| 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 | 124 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 |
