1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban 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 79 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |