2001 GMC Safari vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 GMC Safari.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
