1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 251 kg more than 1983 GMC Suburban. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Highlander |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |