1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban 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 11 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton 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 | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Suburban | Carlton |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |