1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 222 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Equus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3045 mm |
