1988 Audi 200 vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 720 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | 200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3300 mm |
