1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 509 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Taurus. 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Taurus |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2868 mm |