1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 277 kg more than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |