1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 25 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 GMC Suburban | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2619 mm |