1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Triumph TR5. 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Triumph TR5 has manual transmission. 1967 Triumph TR5 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 | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |
