1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1969 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maxi | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
