2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Suburban | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |