1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 968 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |