1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban 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 4 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Acura Integra. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1988 Acura Integra 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 | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Suburban | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
