1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Isuzu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minx | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
