1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 1982 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
