1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 29 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
