1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |