1976 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1643 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 124 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3302 mm |
