1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari 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.
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1985 GMC Suburban | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Suburban | Safari |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |