1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 23 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1167 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 2010 Kia Rio. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio 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 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Rio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2499 mm |
