1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 17 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |