2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC 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 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |
