1959 Skoda 440 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Skoda 440 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
Model | 440 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1174 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |