1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 14 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 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | 100 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
