1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 637 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Aspen | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
