1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
