2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2004 De Tomaso Guara 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:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Guara | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
