1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1989 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Morgan |
| Model | Suburban | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
