1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 227 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |