1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
