1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Suburban | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
