1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 417 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2857 mm |
