1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1968 Mini MK II
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II 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 95 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1622 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mini MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini MK II. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini MK II. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Mini MK II has manual transmission. 1968 Mini MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1968 Mini MK II | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | MK II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2040 mm |
