1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2410 mm |
