1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 3000 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3300 mm |