2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 848 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Stratus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3300 mm |
