1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | GMC | Italdesign |
| Model | Suburban | Visconti |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
