2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 18 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 504 kg more than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | Blenheim | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3300 mm |
