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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban.
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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 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 | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |
