1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 864 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
