1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 26 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, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 611 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | GMC | Infiniti |
Model | Suburban | M |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |