1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS 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.
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1987 GMC Suburban | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | GMC | Cadillac |
Model | Suburban | CTS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |