1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 411 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 Lincoln Navigator. 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3327 mm |
