1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 799 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS6. 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 2011 Brilliance BS6. 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS6. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2011 Brilliance BS6 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.
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1984 GMC Suburban | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | GMC | Brilliance |
Model | Suburban | BS6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |