1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS 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 92 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | GTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |
