1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
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 | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |