1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 24 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | GMC | Isuzu |
Model | Suburban | Ascender |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |