1982 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1982 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 924 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
