1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 119 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 704 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Suburban | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |