1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
