1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 26 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, 2004 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Concorde. 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, 2004 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
