1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Y10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2170 mm |
