1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 32 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 939 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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.
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1979 GMC Suburban | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Captiva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |