1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 29 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 602 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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1984 GMC Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Malibu |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2738 mm |