1990 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Suburban | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |