1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 925 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Passat 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.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |