1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 722 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Sable |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |