1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 739 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Intrepid | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3300 mm |
