1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 682 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
