1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 30 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.
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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | LS |
| 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 | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3091 mm |
