1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 989 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Highlander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |