1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2430 mm |
