2001 Acura Integra vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 22 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 657 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | Integra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
