1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Rio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
