1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 993 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |
