1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |