1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 9 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 928 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |