1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 403 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 300. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | 300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3053 mm |
