2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |