1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 27 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Suburban | TL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
