1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD 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 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2012 Scion xD.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion xD. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | GMC | Scion |
| Model | Suburban | xD |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2461 mm |
