1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban.
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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Suburban | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |