1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 30 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 903 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
