1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 26 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, 2005 Saturn ION (205 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 902 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (271 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Suburban | ION |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
