1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 22 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, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 504 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2006 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
