1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 23 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 779 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
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) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
