1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2954 mm |
