1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 532 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Avanti | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
