1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
