2001 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 302 kg more than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3300 mm |
