1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 35 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
