1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 24 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 64 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Suburban | Rexton |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |