1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Suburban | H2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
