2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3300 mm |
