1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |