1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 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 23 more horse power than 1969 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 937 kg more than 1969 Rover 2000. 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 1969 Rover 2000. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Rover 2000. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1969 Rover 2000 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 | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
