1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3380 mm |
