1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
