1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. 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, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Veracruz |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2804 mm |