1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 599 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
