1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
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, 1979 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |