1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 567 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
