2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Suburban | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
