1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3002 mm |
