1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 944. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 944 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
