1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 682 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Diamante |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |