1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Peugeot Touareg
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Touareg is newer by 17 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. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (264 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1996 Peugeot Touareg | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
