1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1627 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Ak 350 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |