1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 21 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 129 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
