1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 840 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 968. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 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 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 968 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
