1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 30 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, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Suburban | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
