1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Suburban |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |