1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 754 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
