1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2001 Toyota BB is newer by 22 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, 2001 Toyota BB (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota BB. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2001 Toyota BB | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | BB |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |