2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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 (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Vauxhall Viva has manual transmission. 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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.
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2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Suburban | Viva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |