1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 829 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |