1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 35 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2857 mm |
