1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Suburban | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2270 mm |
