1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 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 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 615 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G25. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Suburban | G25 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
