1978 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Marcia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |