2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 582 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LaCrosse | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3300 mm |
