1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Isuzu VX-02
To start off, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Isuzu VX-02 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu VX-02 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1999 Isuzu VX-02 | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | VX-02 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
