1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 135 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3300 mm |
