1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2868 mm |
