1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1979 Chrysler Newport and 1979 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Newport | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3300 mm |
