1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 29 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | GMC | Chrysler |
Model | Suburban | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3078 mm |