1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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 1984 Audi Coupe. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe 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:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
