1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 409 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.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3302 mm |
