1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet 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 (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. 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 1975 Mercury Comet. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Comet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |