1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 32 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Lancer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2634 mm |