1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | 600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
