1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 GMC 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 2005 GMC 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Safari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
