1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 657 kg more than 1978 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |
