2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 19 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 704 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Kamal | Suburban |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |