1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2008 Kia Magentis is newer by 30 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, 2008 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Magentis. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Magentis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |