1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 31 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Bora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
