1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 542 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.

Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Suburban 2011 Lincoln Navigator
Make Chevrolet Lincoln
Model Suburban Navigator
Year Released 1979 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 2742 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 5672 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1984 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 3327 mm


 

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