1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Concorde | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |
