1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2590 mm |
