1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 696 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2604 mm |
