2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 583 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3300 mm |
