1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1959 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | 440 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
