1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 908 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. 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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (179 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
