1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 735 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
