1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Outback |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |