1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 GMC Suburban | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Lancer |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |