1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 420 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3080 mm |
