1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 367 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
