2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
