1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 13 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 GMC Suburban | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | SVX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |