1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 27 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Raider |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3340 mm |
