1990 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Gamma |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |