1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 16 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1979 GMC Suburban. 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 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
