1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 22 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 938 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Prius |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
