1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 27 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Suburban | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2601 mm |
