1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 622 kg more than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3300 mm |
