1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 33 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 900 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Elantra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |