1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Suburban |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3350 mm |