1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 732 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | SLK |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2431 mm |