1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 29 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, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
Model | Suburban | Gen |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |