1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Suburban | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 297 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |