2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
