1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso

To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso 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 82 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso has manual transmission. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso 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.

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1985 GMC Suburban 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso
Make GMC Innocenti
Model Suburban Turbo De Tomaso
Year Released 1985 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4299 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 3140 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2050 mm