1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (129 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Suburban | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2040 mm |
