2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Kahuna. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Kahuna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Kahuna | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
