1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
