1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Suburban | T600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
