1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 33 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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.
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1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Elantra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |