1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 28 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
