1952 Allard Safari vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 768 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | Safari | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
