1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Brougham | SC 100 GX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2040 mm |