1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 64 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 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3220 mm |
