1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Suburban |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3350 mm |