1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Veracruz |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2804 mm |