1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 785 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Suburban |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |