2007 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
