1996 Audi A6 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 782 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 1979 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. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2232 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 |