1982 GMC Suburban vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban 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 27 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 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 1989 Subaru Legacy. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Suburban | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Legacy |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |