2009 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
