2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 GMC Envoy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2002 GMC Envoy | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Suburban |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |