1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 865 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
