1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 17 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Elise 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 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Suburban | Elise |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
