2001 Audi A6 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2200 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 |
