1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
