2009 Audi TT vs. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | TT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
