1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 945 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 has manual transmission. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | 240 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |