1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 911. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2280 mm |