1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1963 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jeep CJ5. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1963 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1963 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2060 mm |
