1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 25 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
