1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Saab 99
To start off, 1983 Saab 99 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1983 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1983 Saab 99 | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | 99 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2480 mm |
