1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Venga |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1710 kg |