2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3300 mm |
