1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 844 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |