1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 628 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |