1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |