1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 20 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, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura EL. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Suburban | EL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2619 mm |
