1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 102 kg more than 1985 GMC Suburban. 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3645 mm |
