2009 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 30 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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 735 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Evanda.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Evanda. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Evanda has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Evanda 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:
| 2009 Daewoo Evanda | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Daewoo | GMC |
| Model | Evanda | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
