1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 23 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 771 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 407 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
