1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 870 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
