1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 26 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, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Suburban | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | GMC | Acura |
Model | Suburban | TL |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |