1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 959 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Daytona | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3300 mm |
