2003 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Audi A4.
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, 2003 Audi A4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A4 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |