1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Durango |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
