1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
