1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 24 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, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka 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 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Ka |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
