1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2761 mm |
