1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
