1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Durango |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |