1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Panda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
