1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 176 kg more than 1987 GMC Suburban. 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 2011 GMC Savana. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Savana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3429 mm |
