1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 940 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 944 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 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 944 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| 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 | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
