1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 925 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |