1996 Audi A6 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |