1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
