1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 18 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Suburban | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
