1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 246 kg more than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
