1990 Audi 100 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban

To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Audi 100 1976 GMC Suburban
Make Audi GMC
Model 100 Suburban
Year Released 1990 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 242 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3300 mm