2007 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
