1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
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1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2874 mm |