1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2003 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.
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1979 GMC Suburban | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
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 | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |