1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is newer by 23 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 885 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Willys 2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
