1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |