1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 18 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, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2001 Lexus LX | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Suburban | LX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |