1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 795 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
