2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Saab Sonett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2160 mm |
