2009 Audi A6 vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2244 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 |
