1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 116 kg more than 1982 GMC Suburban. 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 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3569 mm |
