1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |