1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | GMC | Steyr |
| Model | Suburban | 650T |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1850 mm |
