1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 21 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
