1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2908 mm |
