1993 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1993 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Audi Coupe | 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Coupe | Suburban |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3300 mm |