1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |