1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 16 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 678 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |