1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 454 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
