1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara

To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 20 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, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1979 GMC Suburban 1999 Marcos Mantara
Make GMC Marcos
Model Suburban Mantara
Year Released 1979 1999
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2232 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1090 mm


 

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