1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 21 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, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 754 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2000 Saturn LW | |
Make | GMC | Saturn |
Model | Suburban | LW |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |