1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 28 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra 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 | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
