1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 689 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Suburban | Freelander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |