1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 312 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.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2946 mm |
