1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. Both 1983 GMC Suburban and 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado are equipped with a 7,446 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Suburban | Toronado |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |